Memminger, Christopher G., 1803-1888 to [Jefferson Davis]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08526 Author/Creator: Memminger, Christopher G., 1803-1888 Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Letter signed Date: 10 February 1864 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 25.2 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy
Memminger, Secretary of the Confederate Treasury, encloses an estimate (not included) of appropriations requested "to make purchases of Cotton and Tobacco to meet the engagements of the Government." Requests that Davis inform Congress of this action. Written on Confederate States Treasury Department stationery.
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